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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFEBRUARY 21,1978_2 v. 22:9454 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK I INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL HEARING 14 E. Huntington Continued to March 7 f ~ ~ 3tJ I M I NUT E S CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 21, 1978 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in regular session on February 21, 1978 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall. Rev. Paul Chaney, Emmanuel Assembly of God Planning Director William Woolard PRESENT: ABSENT: Council Members Gi1b, Lauber, Margett, Parry, Sae1id None On MOTION by Member Gi1b, seconded by Member Margett and carried unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of February 7, 1978 were approved. Planning Commission recommendation concerning a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 14 E. Huntington Drive. This conditional use permit had been granted by the Commission subject to compliance with the Code for parking. The applicant appealed to this requirement to the City Council and the Planning Director explained in detail the circumstances; that it is proposed to construct a restaurant building with a gross floor area which would require 21 parking spaces and the applicant can provide only 13. Adjacent businesses and parking spaces were explored. Some discussion held on the possibility of the patrons or the employees of the proposed restaurant using spaces in the Parking District on the north side of Huntington Drive. Mayor Sae1id declared the hearing open and the applicant stated in part that as owner of the drive-in liquor store at 10 E. Huntington Drive he could provide five additional spaces and he has access by agreement to four spaces located behind the Professional Development Company at 12 S. Santa Anita. He said if another Parking District were to be formed on the south side of Huntington Drive he would participate. Financing will be from private funds without the assistance of the Redevelopment Agency. He felt the restaurant, due to its attractive architecture, would enhance the subject area. He also may purchase the liquor store property on which he has a lease with an option to buy. In answer to a question Mr. Turiace said in part that he had looked at other property but found none he could afford and that he does own the subject property. He also commented that when patrons park in the alley on private property he sees that it is clean; that with the present 13 spaces, the 4 behind the professional building and the 5 for the liquor store he would meet the requirements. Charles Neuberg, 1732 Vista Del Valle, said in part that a dinner house is being contemplated which would overcome some of the present objections; and that with the additional parking, as explained by the applicant, the evening trade could be accommodated and that it is hoped the lunch trade would come from the business people in the area who could walk to the restaurant. He asked the City Council to act favorably on:the appeal. 2-21-78 - 1 - HEARING (El Sur Street Lighting) APPROVED ~ C\1) \1} RECESS RECONVENED 22:9455 Arthur Palfrey, 15-19 Alta Street, felt the proposed restaurant would be an improvement to the area and submitted some of the problems encountered in the past. He asked the City Council to require compliance with the Code as far as parking spaces are concerned. He also expressed concern about where the delivery trucks would park. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, expressed concern for the residents to the rear of the subject property and also for the effect the new restaurant and bar might have on teenagers. Virgil Stevens, 25 Alta Street, said in part that most of the resident properties have chains across the rear of their places and these have been cut. He did not know who may have done this but it is happening and asked that it be looked into. Jim Widaman, 1520 Marendale Lane, submitted that what is being I considered at this time is the substitution of a poor situation with a first class dinner house and asked that the plans be shown to the residents who are objecting. Council Member Lauber commented that the renderings are the most attractive she has seen. Council concurred. It was suggested by Member Gilb that this matter be carried over until March 7; that during the interim staff work with Mr. Turiace to see if a property exchange could be arranged or another location could be obtained to which Mr. Turiace could move which would be beneficial to him. The City Council could then plan on something else for the subject corner. Member Gilb then MOVED to continue the matter until March 7 and that staff work with Mr. Turiace during the interim; that the Realty Board be contacted also, and that the residents be notified of the continuance of this hearing. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Lauber, Margett, Parry, Saelid None None On January 17 the City Council received a petition and staff report concerning the improvement of the street lighting on El Sur Street. The petition was accepted and this hearing was scheduled. The City Clerk read into the record the communication from Eleanor W. Farrell, 1040 El Sur Avenue, objecting to the installation and in the event the installation proceeds she asked that a shield be placed on the light to prevent it from shining into her bedroom windows. The Engineer stated this could be arranged. Mayor Saelid declared the hearing open and Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, was informed concerning the illumination output per kilowatt consumed. She had asked if, due to the energy crisis, were the lights giving the maximum light with the minimum use of energy. The City Manager responded in the affirmative. The hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Lauber and carried unanimously. It was then MOVED by Member Lauber, I seconded by Member Margett and carried on roll call vote as follows that the protest be overruled; that the Director of Public Works be authorized to proceed with this installation and that the light for 1040 El Sur Street be shielded as requested by the resident. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Lauber, Margett, Parry, Saelid None None The City Council recessed in order to act as the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. .,. '"<'-:(J Council reconvened. 2-21-78 - 2 - I., ,.1, 1,1,'1 " .' AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION 22:9456 I HEARINGS SCHEDULED (March 7) (March 21) HOUSING ELDERLY LEAVE/ -1;~ rr- ABSENCE V, TRACTS 26248 & 31656 C U'P CONDITION (DATSUN, INC.) ( I'-d~ AWARD OF CONTRACT (Fire Station site improvements) I \ "I, 1/ " Walter Reed, President of the Arcadia Police Relief Association, read in full a communication concerning comments made by Mayor Saelid in a news article relative to the Association's interest in negotiations for the CHP plan. Joh~nna'Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, stated in part that she is still of the opinion that redevelopment should be submitted to the ,people for a vote. In response to her inquiry as to whether or not the new Engineering Science building will be using solar energy she was advised that it is not due to the economics. She would like to see some legislation which would make it compulsory for all new buildings to have solar energy heating and cooling. She was informed that a report being prepared by the Finance Director on the Jarvis- Gann measure will be made available. Planning Commission Res. No. 1033 recommending General Plan amendments for the properties at 625-671 Naomi Avenue, and amending the General Plan circulation element. MARCH 7. Planning Commission Res. No. 1035 recommending approval of zone change from R-O 30,000 to R-O 30,000 and D for the Anoakia area. MARCH 21. On MOTION by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Lauber and carried unanimously the following items were APPROVED. Report concerning housing for the elderly. Leave of absence without pay for Police Officer Antonio Martinez. Streets in Tract Nos. 26248 (Loma Lisa Lane) and 31656 (Woodacre Lane) accepted for maintenance by the City. Request of the Arcadia Datsun, Inc., 333 E. Huntington Drive, for an extension of time in which to meet a condition of the conditional use permit. This is due to the inclement weather. It was MOVED by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Parry and carried unanimously that an extension of 90 days be granted. The City Council received the result of bids and recommendation for award of contract for site improvements at the Fire Station Headquarters. In this consideration it was submitted that two existing 550 gallon fuel tanks should be replaced with two new 3000 gallon capacity tanks. The existing tanks are inadequate and poorly located for the needs of the department and it was felt that the larger tanks would result in a savings in fuel cost due to the advantage of bulk purchases. It was MOVED by Member Lauber, seconded by Member Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that Schedule 2 submitted by the low bidder, Sully Miller Construction Company, in the amount of $23,107 be accepted; that all other bids be rejected; that any informalities or irregularities in the bids or bidding process be waived; that $6000 be appropriated from the Capital Improvement Account to provide for the replacement of the two fuel tanks (total of $29,107); and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized to execute the contract in form approved by the City Attorney. AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Lauber, Parry, Saelid None _ J.J Council Member.Margett None 2-21-78 . - 3 - '. ~, MULTI-PURPOSE PLAYFIELD PROPOSED y ~( \~ HOUS ING ELDERLY i V ORDINANCE NO. 1622 RE-INTRODUCED '/ ORDINANCE NO. 1623, / ADOPTED VI RESOLUTION NO. 4724 ADOPTED '" Ij II ~ I V I ~ (I) CLAIM DENIED (Lindsay) V'- L; I t\ \ 1 ,l,- f. '- 22:9457 The City Council reviewed the plans and specifications for the multi-purpose p1ayfie1d on City Hall property (north end) as well as the existing and proposed parking lots. It was noted that the City has applied for State funds but the agreement cannot,be completed until State approves the plans, specifications and cost estimates. It was MOVED by Member Parry, seconded by Member Gi1b and carried on roll call vote as follows that the plans and specifications be APPROVED, the Director of Recreation be authorized to submit the plans and specifications to the State Department of Parks and Recreation for its approval and on receipt of the approval that the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids on this project. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gi1b, Lauber, Margett, Parry, Saelid None None Mrs. Mabel Heins spoke to ways the financing could be obtained for construction of housing for the elderly. I The City Attorney presented for reintroduction, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1622, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 6429.3.2 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE INCREASING THE TAXICAB DRIVER'S PERMIT LICENSE FEE FROM $2.00 TO $5.00 AND CHARGING A FEE FOR PROCESSING FINGERPRINTS." It was MOVED by Council Member Margett, seconded by Council Member Gi1b and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of the full text be waived and that the same be RE-INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gi1b, Lauber, Margett, Parry, Sae1id None None The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1623, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO RECLASSIFY FROM M-1 TO C-2, R-3, R-1, and C-M VARIOUS PARCELS DESCRIBED HEREIN BOUNDED BY THE FOOTHILL FREEWAY, LA PORTE STREET, AND SANTA ANITA AVENUE. " It was MOVED by Council Member Gilb, seconded by Council Member Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of the full text be waived and that the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gi1b, Lauber, Margett, Parry, Sae1id . None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4724, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA MAKING FINDINGS OF FACT AND DENYING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 77-22 FOR THE ANCIENT MOOSE SALOON AND WILD WEST BAR BQ AT 135 COLORADO PLACE." I It was MOVED by Council Member Gi1b, seconded by Council Member Margett and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of the full text be waived and that the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gi1b, Lauber, Margett, Parry, Sae1id None None On recommendation of the City Attorney the claim of Mary W. Lindsay was DENIED on MOTION by Council Member Gilb, seconded by Council 2-21-78 '. - 4 - LAUBER I GILB ~>p PARRY ~)p EXECUTIVE SESSION I RECONVENE & ADJOURNMENT 22:9458 Member Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gi1b, Lauber, 'Margett, Parry, Sae1id None None Discussed a personnel matter involving a major illness and expressed concern about the medical coverage. She hoped the City Council would take a good long look at the insurance at renewable time. Some discussion on appointments to be made to the Planning and Sister City Commissions; also the new Senior Citizens Commission. Brought up the matter of the time in which an appeal must be filed in connection with action taken by an Architectural Review Board of the various Homeowner Associations. It was the consensus that a change should be made and it was MOVED by Member Gi1b, seconded by Member Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that a Text Amendment be prepared for Council consideration to provide that any such appeals be made directly to the Planning Commission automatically and without fee. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Membe~ Gi1b, Lauber, Margett, Parry, None None Saelid It was further MOVED by Member Gi1b, seconded by Member Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that the case, M-78-3, be granted an extension period of 15 days in which to appeal the decision of the Modification Committee. (The 5 day period would eX?ire February 22 at 5 p.m.) AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gi1b, Lauber, Margett, Parry, Sae1id None None Brought up the need for additional locations for the baseball leagues and the installation of lights at some of the existing fields. Discussion then ensued on the possible closing of California Street adjacent to First Avenue Jr. High School. It was MOVED by Member Lauber, seconded by Member Parry and carried unanimously that the material concerning the closing of California Street be made available for discussion at the next adjourned regular meeting (February 28) and that the School District be contacted for its position concerning lights at the Jr. High School fields. At 10 p.m. the City Council adjourned to an executive session. At 10:15 p.m. the City Council reconvened and adjourned immediately thereafter to 4 p.m. February 28 in the Conference Room. ATTEST: ~])~ 2-21-78 - 5 -